Executive - Roster

Job Title: Executive – Roster
Business Unit: APM Terminals Mumbai (GTI)
Division: Operations
Reports to: Assistant Manager – Roster

APM Terminals is part of A.P. Moller – Maersk and one of the world’s largest port and terminal operators, with a global network across more than 40 countries. We enable global commerce by providing world-class terminal services, driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a strong focus on safety and sustainability.

APM Terminals Mumbai, also known as Gateway Terminals India (GTI), is India’s busiest container terminal, handling a significant share of the nation’s containerized trade. Located at Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva), GTI is known for its advanced infrastructure, cutting-edge technology, and commitment to efficient, safe, and sustainable operations.

As Executive – Roster, you will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth terminal operations by effectively planning and managing workforce schedules. You will be responsible for preparing and administering rosters for operational staff, managing attendance and overtime, supporting training programs, and ensuring compliance with company systems and processes. This role requires a balance of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate closely with operations teams.

• Prepare daily/monthly work schedules for Terminal Equipment Operators (TEOs) and other operational staff.

• Administer annual leave, overtime, and shift adjustments through the Time & Attendance system (Kronos).

• Monitor attendance, sick leave, absenteeism, and resolve system issues in coordination with IT.

• Collaborate with Shift Managers and Berth Coordinators to optimize manpower and resource allocation.

• Support payroll processes by validating attendance and incentive data and submitting inputs to HR.

• Manage incentive calculations through TRU BI and prepare monthly reports.

• Liaise with Training and HR teams to provide staff for courses and development programs.

• Maintain performance records for TEOs and share inputs for reviews.

• High school diploma required; a college degree is preferred.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a timekeeper or in manpower planning, preferably in a container terminal/transport industry.

• Strong knowledge of timekeeping methods, attendance systems, and basic accounting.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access).

• Familiarity with Kronos, TRU BI, or other attendance/resource planning systems.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and numerical aptitude.

• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and local language.

This role offers exposure to operational management, manpower planning, yard & vessel planning systems, and financial aspects of terminal operations. Potential next career steps include Sr. Executive – Roster or Assistant Manager – Roster.

All employees at APM Terminals are expected to uphold the company’s Commit Framework and core values – Constant Care, Uprightness, Humbleness, Our Employees, and Our Name. Compliance with global standards, legal requirements, and safety policies is mandatory. Safety is non-negotiable: employees must actively promote and adhere to safety practices for themselves and their colleagues.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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